East Lothian · Scotland
Flexible bollard installation in Dunbar
Flexible bollards supplied and fitted in Dunbar, East Lothian: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageFlexible bollards in Dunbar
Across Dunbar, typical sites for flexible bollards include small industrial units, community car parks and high street shopfronts. Flexible bollards are traffic management products, not barriers, and will not stop a vehicle that is driven at them.
We cover Dunbar's EH42 and EH40 postcode districts, including places such as West Barns, Innerwick, Spott and Whitekirk. We also cover neighbouring Tranent (17.4 miles) and Musselburgh (21.1 miles) — distances are straight-line. It sits roughly 27 miles from Edinburgh as the crow flies.
Key facts for this area
- Area
- East Lothian, Scotland
- Roads authority
- East Lothian Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- East Lothian Council
- Postcodes
- EH42 and EH40
- Guide price
- Typically £195–£595 per bollard + VAT; minimum job £445
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Tranent (17.4 mi), Musselburgh (21.1 mi)
Flexible bollard prices in Dunbar
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £195–£365 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £315–£485 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £435–£595 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and fixed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
What Dunbar sites use flexible bollards for
Common uses in a place like Dunbar:
- Drive-thru lanes and fuel forecourts
- Approaches to barriers, pay stations and ticket machines
- Marking pedestrian routes inside multi-storey car parks
What we check first in Dunbar
Dunbar falls under East Lothian Council as roads authority. If the line of posts crosses onto adopted road or pavement, permission comes before excavation; on private land it does not.
Many private-land installations in Dunbar need no planning application, but the rules don't clearly cover bollards, so listed buildings, conservation areas and prominent frontages are worth raising with the planning team at East Lothian Council before posts go in.
Anchors therefore need sound concrete with enough edge distance; anchoring into thin, cracked or weak surfaces means the base works loose within weeks. On tarmac, a small concrete pad or a socket base cast in concrete is the reliable option.
- On public highway, including cycle lane segregation, the roads authority's agreement and specification are needed.
- Check drilling into car park decks or podium slabs with the building owner before fixing.
From survey to handover
Set out the line
Posts are set out to guide vehicles along the intended path, with spacing that reads as a line to drivers.
Fix the bases
Holes are drilled and cleaned, resin anchors or bolts are set and the bases fixed and torqued once cured. Socket bases are set flush in concrete.
Fit posts and test
Posts are fitted and bent by hand to confirm they return upright, and reflective sleeves are applied.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Colours and reflective sleeves | Yellow, black, red, white or orange, with reflective sleeves for visibility in low light. |
| Heights and diameters | Commonly 750–1,000 mm high and around 80–200 mm diameter, with slimmer wand-style posts for lane lines. |
| Bolt-down or socket bases | Bolt-down for existing slabs; socket bases allow posts to be replaced without new fixings. |
What affects the quote
Two Dunbar jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Deck scanning and restrictions on drilling
- Out-of-hours working in busy car parks
- Surface condition and need for concrete pads
Looking after them
Check flexible bollards for splits, permanent bends and loose bases, and tighten or replace fixings that have worked loose. Keep a few spare posts on site where knocks are frequent, so a damaged one can be swapped before the line develops a gap.
For damaged or loose posts in Dunbar, repairs and replacements are priced in writing first.
Common questions
Which parts of Dunbar do you cover for flexible bollards?
We cover all of Dunbar (EH42 and EH40) and the rest of East Lothian. We also work in Tranent and Musselburgh.
Do I need consent for flexible bollards on a public footway in Dunbar?
Dunbar falls under East Lothian Council as roads authority. If the line of posts crosses onto adopted road or pavement, permission comes before excavation; on private land it does not.
How much do flexible bollards cost in Dunbar?
In Dunbar, typically £195–£595 per bollard, supplied and fixed, plus VAT, with a minimum job of £445 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Do flexible bollards damage vehicles?
Typically very little in a low-speed knock, which is a large part of their appeal. They may leave a scuff on paintwork. A rigid post in the same position would usually dent the vehicle and bend itself.
Can flexible bollards go in a multi-storey car park?
Yes, often with low-profile bases. The deck has to be checked first, as some slabs contain tendons or waterproofing that must not be drilled. The building owner usually needs to agree the fixing method.